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Quick answerMattie is a diminutive form of the name Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מתתיהו), meaning "gift of God" from the roots "mattan" (gift) and "Yah" (God).

English · Girl · 1 syllable

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Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#1,005
TrendStable
Peak year1920
Syllables1
OriginEnglish
LanguageEnglish
CultureEnglish
ReligionChristian
Letters6
Numerology5 Chaldean 1
Global rank#255

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Mattie

Mattie is a diminutive form of the name Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מתתיהו), meaning "gift of God" from the roots "mattan" (gift) and "Yah" (God).

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Etymology

Mattie is a diminutive form of the name Matthew, derived from the Hebrew name Mattityahu (מתתיהו), meaning "gift of God" from the roots "mattan" (gift) and "Yah" (God). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures and Christian traditions, particularly common in the United States as a nickname for both males and females, with historical usage dating back centuries through the apostle Matthew's prominence in Christian scripture.

Mattie currently ranks #1,005 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1920.

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